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Bagel Chicken Tenders

Crispy Bagel Chicken Tenders for a Flavorful Twist

Discover the irresistible flavor of Bagel Chicken Tenders, a gluten-free, Keto, and Whole30-friendly dish that will elevate your mealtime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 tenders
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Breading
  • 1 whole Egg A flax egg is a great vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Nut Milk (Almond or Cashew) Any unsweetened plant milk works.
  • 2 tablespoons Ghee Use dairy-free butter or olive oil as substitutes.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Coconut flour can be used with adjustments.
  • 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel Seasoning Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 tablespoons Milled Flax Seed Chia seeds can also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for a bolder flavor.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins Chicken breasts can be sliced into strips.
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray Olive or avocado oil spray as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven or air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
  2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, nut milk, and melted ghee until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine almond flour, everything bagel seasoning, milled flax seed, and paprika. Mix well and reserve half.
  4. Dredge each chicken tenderloin in the egg wash, then coat in the breading mixture.
  5. For air frying, spray the basket with cooking spray, arrange the tenders, and cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
  6. For baking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, spray, and bake tenders for 16 minutes, flipping halfway.
  7. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with extra seasoning before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tenderCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These chicken tenders are perfect for dipping in sugar-free ketchup or ranch. Enjoy as a healthy alternative to fried snacks!

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